CFO 4.0 - The Future of Finance

Send us your thoughtsIn the latest episode of CFO 4.0, Hannah Munro continues her conversation with Jon Gruda, Assistant Professor of Organisational Behaviour at Maynooth University.Jon has been researching the role of leadership and previously on the podcast, he discussed the relationship they have with their followers.This week, Hannah and Jon dig deeper into the topic, talking in depth about what a leader's relationship with their followers means regarding the changes in management, and how we manage leadership. Also covered in this episode:How to keep people motivated and engaged in a crisis environment?How do relationships work within change and transformation?How do you support your team and organisation during a change?What are the best ideas or approaches to understanding the change? How to ask and receive feedback.What key factors leaders should consider before starting a change?Links referenced in this episode:Jon Gruda’s websiteJon Gruda’s university profile pageJon’s LinkedInSubscribe to CFO 4.0 Podcast Alerts Explore other CFO 4.0 Podcast episodes here. Subscribe to our Podcast!

Send us your thoughtsThis week CFO 4.0 Podcast host, Hannah Munro is joined by the CFO for Coinme, Chris Rolling! Chris and Hannah dive into the world of start-ups and fundraising, discussing whether fundraising fatigue is real, the impact of Covid on fundraising, and how to maintain a healthy cash balance. Other topics they cover include:The top success factors in finance teamsChallenges start-ups are facing in this current climate Balancing the needs of CFOs & CEOs: Pragmatic VS PassionateHow inflation is impacting the cash runway Chris’ top tips for fundraisingLinks mentioned in this episode:Chris’ LinkedIn Learn more about Coinme  Explore other CFO 4.0 Podcast episodes here. Subscribe to our Podcast!

Send us your thoughtsOn this episode of CFO 4.0, we're bringing you our latest session of Financial Transformation Live.Hannah Munro talks to you about how you can assess your current finance system.Also covered in this session:Framework for reviewing your current system10 Common quick wins for system improvementHow to identify whether to invest in improving your current system vs switching to a new oneTemplate for documenting and sharing your findingsTo learn more about this financial transformation live session, visit www.itassolutions.co.uk/financial-transformation-live  Explore other CFO 4.0 Podcast episodes here. Subscribe to our Podcast!

Send us your thoughtsIn this week’s episode of CFO 4.0, Hannah Munro is joined by Becky Glover, Finance Director at VNC Automotive.Putting the World to rights, Becky & Hannah take it upon themselves to find the silver linings in the challenging times we have faced and are currently facing.Other topics they cover include:Why encouraging failure drives innovation in finance teamsHow challenging circumstances can pressure businesses to change their processes for the betterThe benefits of networking in financeBecky’s future predictions on the changes in financeLinks referenced in this videoWorld Finance Forum https://worldfinanceforum.co/ Explore other CFO 4.0 Podcast episodes here. Subscribe to our Podcast!

Send us your thoughtsRepeat offender, Ian Stewart, Chief Economist from Deloitte, and Founder of the CFO Survey joins Hannah Munro on this week’s episode of CFO 4.0! Ian shares some key findings from the most recent CFO Survey, a quarterly survey that is sent out to some of the UK’s leading CFOs on pressing issues.Hannah & Ian explore some interesting findings, including that CFOs predicted the recession.Also covered in this episode:Why do the Bank of England and Treasury use the CFO Survey findings  Key findings from the most recent CFO SurveyHow CFOs predicted the recession two months before the Bank of England announced itWhat strategies CFOs are using to deal with high inflation How the Pandemic, Brexit, and the Ukraine war have impacted supply chains and shocked the economyLinks mentioned in this episode:Read the recent CFO Survey ReportLearn more & subscribe to the Deloitte Monday BriefingIan Stewart’s LinkedIn Subscribe to CFO 4.0 Podcast Alerts  Explore other CFO 4.0 Podcast episodes here. Subscribe to our Podcast!

Send us your thoughtsJoining Hannah Munro on this week’s episode of the CFO 4.0 Podcast is Rajesh Gupta, CFO of OakNorth Bank! With a wealth of experience building and leading finance teams, Rajesh talks to Hannah about the challenges he’s faced when trying to grow a finance team in a volatile environment and a highly regulated industry.Also covered in this episode:How OakNorth does strategic planning wellBalancing the need for growth and talent in a start-upThe importance of hiring people who think differentlyWhat diversity in all its forms can bring to a finance teamRajesh’s top tips for new CFOsLinks mentioned in this episode:Connect with Rajesh Gupta on LinkedIn Explore OakNorth Bank’s website Explore other CFO 4.0 Podcast episodes here. Subscribe to our Podcast!

Send us your thoughtsJoin Hannah Munro on the most recent Financial Transformation Live session as she shares practical tips and frameworks to think about before you tackle your next Financial Transformation project!The 5 areas Hannah dives into are:Have you understood the problem?Have you selected the right solution?Have you identified what good will look like?Have you engaged the team well?Have you resourced it properly?Links for this episode:Learn More about Financial TransformationFollow us on LinkedIn for our Live Sessions Explore other CFO 4.0 Podcast episodes here. Subscribe to our Podcast!

Send us your thoughtsIn the latest episode of CFO 4.0, Hannah Munro talks to Mark Gandy, creator of the Financial Operating System and Host of the CFO Bookshelf podcast. A finance pioneer, Mark has worked in several finance positions during his career including Corporate Controller, VP of Finance, and CFO. Together Hannah and Mark talk about their shared interest in reading and discuss their book recommendations for finance this Summer. Also covered on this episode:Hannah & Mark’s favourite genre of booksWhy people in finance should embrace their creative sideMark’s top book recommendations for finance What books should CFOs be reading on their next beach holiday  What you can learn from narrative non-fiction booksLinks referenced in this episode:Mark Gandy’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markagandy/ CFO Bookshelf: https://cfobookshelf.com/category/podcast/ Book mentioned in this episode:Barbarians at the gate - Bryan Burrough and John HelyarCrime & Punishment - Fyodor DostoevskyUncle Tom’s Cabin - Harriet Beecher StoweDrive – Daniel H. PinkA whole new mind – Daniel H. PinkReversing the slide – James SheinEndurance – Brian SandersThe great game of business - Bo Burlingham and Jack StackThe effective executive - Peter DruckerCEO: Building a $400 Million Company from the Ground Up – Sandra Kurtzig Open – Andre AgassiThe Wisdom of Finance - Mihir A. DesaiThe secret life of groceries - Benjamin LorrBoys in the boat - Benjamin LorrThe Warehouse – Rob HartGhost in the wires – Kevin MitnickWhy – Simon Sinek Atomic Habits – James ClearNudge – Richard ThalerOne minute manager - Ken Blanchard and Spencer JohnsonNoise – Cass R. Sunstein, Daniel Kahneman, and Olivier SibonyDeep work – Cal NewportSo good they can’t ignore you – Cal NewportAll change – the project leaders secret handbook - Eddie ObengThe living leader – Penny Ferguson  Explore other CFO 4.0 Podcast episodes here. Subscribe to our Podcast!

Send us your thoughtsIn the latest episode of CFO 4.0, Hannah Munro talks to David Foreman, self-proclaimed 'worst accountant ever'. After dabbling in finance and investment banking, David realised his passion lay in helping founders build their businesses from the ground up and founded Praetura Group, specialists in lending and equity solutions for start-ups & SMEs. David runs the VCs group of Praetura Ventures.Also covered in this episode:What are VCs looking for in a CFO?What is currently happening in the world of VC funding?What are VCs looking for in a seed/series A company?Signs of a healthy CFO and founder relationshipWhy “No” now doesn’t mean “No” foreverHow to find the right VC for your organisationWhat in a finance function would make David walk away?Links referenced in this episode:Praetura Ventures: https://www.praeturaventures.com/ Praetura Ventures LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/praeturaventures/ David’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-foreman-praetura/  Explore other CFO 4.0 Podcast episodes here. Subscribe to our Podcast!

Send us your thoughtsStartup CFO to COO – Funding, Scaling, and Recruiting in a startup world! In the latest episode of CFO 4.0, Hannah Munro talks to Sabrina Castiglione, Chief Operating Officer at Pento.She comes from a slightly unusual background for a CFO having studied chemistry at university, working in financial services for a number of years, and then got into the world of startups as a CFO at Tassie. During this session we cover: Hannah and Sabrina explore the differing needs of a business as it shifts from Seed to Series A and beyondWhat does life as a startup CFO look like?Making the shift to COO?What is the current landscape for funding?How has the economic climate changed what investors are looking for?People vs roles – what does recruitment in a startup look like? Links referenced in this episode:Pento https://www.pento.io/Sabrina’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scastiglione/ Explore other CFO 4.0 Podcast episodes here. Subscribe to our Podcast!